Tortoise accessory summer trend

Accessories Summer Trend: Tortoise!

This Spring/Summer consider stocking up on newer accessories. Gold, silver, rose gold are out and tortoise is in! Tortoise trending accessories are the best; They can be paired with tons of colors and styles and go great with tan skin tones. You can dress them up to be elegant or casual and stylish at the poolside for the summer time!

Tons of new designers and ad campaigns are show casing this new trend. Check out these stylish and affordable accessories. Higher priced accessories seem daunting at first but you can really get the full value of them if you wear them often, and they're less likely to break and tarnish if you spend the extra dough and invest!

These Tory Burch flats are fantastic and comfortable for the summer. The best part is that they're slip ons and easy to kick on or off when you're in a rush! You can nab these trendy slippers at ToryBurch.com

These tortoise glasses are trendy and perfect for summer and extremely affordable. You can find these at an amazing price, only $12 at Nordstrom stores.

No accessory collection is complete without a fantastic timeless wrist watch! Invest a great stylish watch by Marc Jacobs, Fossil or Michael Kors. This Michael Kors watch will cost you $275 from the official store or website. As a savvy shopper tip, check eBay for new or slightly used Michael Kors watches, it could save you up to $100!

This J. Crew tortoise necklace is on sale right now, starting at $90! This is a fantastic statement piece for the pool side or a fresh summer outing and lunch with friends. For similar alternative pieces, search for tortoise necklaces through Shopstyle.com, Hautelook.com, or eBay!

Marc Jacobs is an incredibly talented and  famous designer, most notable for his Marc by Marc Jacobs collections which include jewelry pieces, accessories, and handbags. Pick up this gorgeous bracelet with his signature bird emblem for $118.

Lastly, these Vera Wang shades are also super trendy and would go great with a white ensemble or leather handbag. Whatever accessories you choose always remember layering, stacking and combining different tortoise looks and pieces will really play up your outfit! Check out the photo below from a Michael Kors Spring/Summer safari campaign; tortoise accessories galore! Have a great shopping experience this summer!

Photo retrieved from the Michael Kors archives; www.michaelkors.com.

DIY Bracelet

I am sure at one point you have gone to the mall and saw a simple bracelet for $5. Something so simple that you can make it yourself. Well, have no fear! Here is a super simple do it yourself bracelet tutorial. All you need are three different fabrics, which you could retrieve from old shirts or clothing and scissors. Simple and affordable so far! Now all you have to do is follow the directions below!

Step 1: Cut each fabric into strips. Length about the circumference of your wrist. Maybe, plus a few centimeters.

Step 2: Using a heavy object, cover one end of the three fabrics. 

Step 3: Begin braiding the three strips of fabric. When finished, tie around wrist for fitting. Then, tie the ends. 

You are ready to go! 

This is a super simple, cute do it yourself tutorial that can use plenty of different colored fabrics for a variety of bracelets. Mix and match! This DIY takes about three steps and under 15 minutes to make. 

Here's a video for another cool bracelet idea!

Spring's Top 5 Must Haves

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Spring 2013 Top Trends!

Spring 2013 is finally here! 
With all the fantastic fashion collections making their way down the runway this season, there are tons of new trends to follow whether it be day or night, casual or extravagant!

Spring season typically gives way to florals, pastels, stripes, bright colors and prints, and lighter more airy fabrics like chiffon and lace.

Our first trend--one that seems to re-emerge every spring season without fail--frills and ruffles!
Girls like to feels flouncy and frilly in spring. Be prepared to see peplum tops with frilled waists, frilled necklines on tops and frilled edging on skirts and maxi dresses! Frills are also likely to work their way into accessories such as scarves and handbags.

Spring 2013 Runway Reference:

(Photo courtesy of www.Style.com)

The next trend which is getting tons of attention in the fashion world is the sharp and asymmetrical silhouettes in contrasting black and white tones. Bold, edgy looks like this are usually reserved for fall and winter seasons, but somehow this ying and yang-esque color scheme has worked its way into the Spring lineup.

Spring 2013 Runway Reference:

(Photo courtesy of www.Style.com)

Check out this paparazzi chic celebrity, spotted this month leaving her home in SoCal wearing an edgy, asymmetrical, half and half dress. Looks like Kim took a leaf out of Marc Jacobs' styling book this spring!

(Photo featuring Kim Kardashian; courtesy of www.eonline.com)


The final trend worth mentioning for this season is going to be adding lots of pop and color to your wardrobe! There's no limit to the textures, prints, colors and styles you can explore with the bright and fun global culture shock trend sweeping the runways.

Spring 2013 Runway Reference:

(Photos courtesy of stylepantry.com)

Pictured on the left is an asymmetrical silhouette romper by Versace. Pictured on the left is a bright and vivid dress by Dolce and Gabbana. Pair your culture chic wardrobe with some strappy sandals and chunky, colorful accessories and be prepared to look stylish all season! These are only three of the most prominent trends being shown off on the runway this season! Keep your eyes and closets open for any other trends that may catch your interest. Fashion houses Gucci, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Givency, Chanel, Dior, Alexander Wang and Miu Miu are all fantastic collections to follow and observe. Pick out your favorite looks from Paris, get inspired, and combine different trends to uniquely fit your own personal style! Here's to hoping for one bright and edgy spring season! Best of luck!

Skincare from natural sources

Alright, let’s get started with some skincare tips all from natural sources

1.Fresh lemon juice and milk

Squeeze ¼ of a lemon into small glass of milk (fresh milk,condensed milk,as long as it has no sugar) to wash 1 times / day, to help treat blackheads, whiteheads and acne. Not only that, it also helps remove patches of rough skin, smooth skin. The best way to apply the mixture to your skin is to use absorbent cotton, let it dry on your skin and wash after 10 minutes.

2. Lemon juice & rose water

Acidity in the lemon will kill the bacteria that cause acne.

Mix lemon juice and rose water in equal proportion and apply to face. Wash off after 10-20 minutes with warm water.